Lemon, Whole
What could be more sunny than a slice of fresh lemon?
These tangy-tart fruits are cultivated in tropical and temperate climates around the world, lending zest to a myriad of global dishes.
In addition to providing vitamin C, these low glycemic fruits also contain cholesterol-lowering terpenes, plus liminoids and limonene and may help to alkalize the body.
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=1,225
The Benefits
- Special diets: Autoimmune Paleo Diet, Gluten-Free Diet, Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Diet, Grain-Free Diet, Low FODMAP Diet, Low Oxalate Diet, Low Starch Diet, Paleo Diet (Light), Paleo Diet (Strict), Pescetarian Diet, Primal Diet, Vegetarian Diet, Whole Food
- Excellent Source of:
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- Preferences: No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Molds, No Coconut, No Pseudograins, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains, Low Carbohydrate, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Sugars, Low Saturated Fat
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Selecting and Storing
Choose lemons with smooth, brightly colored yellow skin. Lemons should be firm, plump and heavy for their size. Refrigerate lemons in a plastic bag for 2 to 3 weeks.
